Pretty Posy Cupcakes

  Desserts

These cute cupcakes are a fun treat to make with kids. Simply bake and frost cupcakes, and then decorate them with marshmallow "petals" and a gumdrop center.

Pretty Posy Cupcakes

Average Rating: 1.5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling
YIELD: 2 dozen.

Ingredients

  • 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
  • 1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting
  • Gumdrops and/or halved large marshmallows

Instructions

  • 1. Prepare cake batter for cupcakes according to package directions.
  • 2. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
  • 3. Frost cupcakes. Use a dab of frosting to attach gumdrops and/or marshmallows to the top of each cupcake, forming a flower.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 214 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 235mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

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